What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Soltau?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Soltau is to drive which costs €50 - €80 and takes 3h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Soltau?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Soltau is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Soltau?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Soltau. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Soltau via Essen Hbf and Hannover Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Soltau?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Soltau. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Soltau via Hannover Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Cologne to Soltau?

The distance between Cologne and Soltau is 383 km. The road distance is 356.8 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Soltau without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Soltau without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs €70 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Soltau?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Cologne to Soltau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Soltau bus from?

Cologne to Soltau bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Soltau train from?

Cologne to Soltau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Soltau?

The best way to get from Cologne to Soltau is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs €70 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Cologne to Soltau bus arrive?

Cologne to Soltau bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Südviertel, Essen station.

Where does the Cologne to Soltau train arrive?

Cologne to Soltau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Soltau?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Soltau is 357 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Cologne to Soltau.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Soltau?

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Cologne to Soltau - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 41 train

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Soltau by train, bus, car, or plane

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best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Soltautrain Rb38
4h 28m
€74–190
Drive 356.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Soltaucar 356.8 km
3h 11m
€53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Südviertel, Essenbus
2. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hbfbus
3. Take the bus from Hannover Hbf to Soltaubus
7h 7m
Line 41 train, fly, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Düsseldorf Hbftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane DUS - HAM
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Buchholz(Nordheide)train
4. Take the train from Buchholz to Soltautrain
5h 8m
€124–321
Train via Minden
1. Take the train from Koeln Messe/Deutz to Minden(Westf)train Re
2. Take the train from Minden, Bahnhof to Hannover Bahnhof Nordstadttrain S1
3. Take the train from Mellendorf Bahnhof to Soltautrain
7h 7m

Cologne to Soltau by train

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4h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 382.5 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Soltau, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Soltau via Hannover Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Soltau via Südviertel, Essen, Essen Hbf, and Hannover Hbf in around 7h 7m.

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